Oval gripsters compared

Oval vacuum lifters, often simply called gripsters by tilers, form the largest group in the database with 265 models. Prices per unit range from €17 to €500, with €71 being typical. With a typical load capacity of 260 kg and a peak of 500 kg, they rank above the round models; per €100 you typically get 341 kg of load capacity. All oval vacuum lifters are electric, and 80% show the vacuum level on a digital display. Among the battery-powered units, 38% have a removable battery and 35% a built-in battery, 12% charge via USB-C and 29% have automatic re-pump. 88% use a rubber seal and 12% a foam seal. In the database, the vibration function (7%) is found exclusively on oval units.

What to look for

• Elongated formats: The elongated suction pad fits wood-look tiles, stair treads and narrow large formats on which a round pad no longer sits fully. Details in the comparison Round vs. oval.
• Orientation when attaching: Place the gripster as close to the center of gravity as possible, with its long axis parallel to the longer edge of the slab.
• Battery system: Whether you choose a removable or a built-in battery determines the breaks in your working day, see Removable battery vs. USB-C.
• Vibrating and lifting: If you want to vibrate tiles into place, you will find the models with a vibration function under With vibration function.
• Top values: The ranking Strongest oval vacuum grippers sorts by load capacity.